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Dr. Catherine A. Yu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/Her)
17 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Depression, Sleep disorder, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

My approach is warm, engaging, and nonjudgmental, creating a welcoming space where you can feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication evaluations, and ongoing medication management for adults seeking compassionate, collaborative mental health care. I take the time to understand the full picture of your life—not just your symptoms—so together we can create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, and lifestyle while helping you move toward greater balance, wellness, and confidence.

My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll work toward greater emotional balance, clarity, focus, and confidence so you can feel more grounded, empowered, and connected in your daily life.

My approach to therapy

I strive to create a warm, collaborative, and respectful environment where you feel comfortable asking questions, sharing openly, and actively participating in your care.

My appointments are supportive, practical, and tailored to help you feel better, build confidence, and function more fully in your everyday life.

What you can expect from me

During your initial appointment, I take time to get to know you—your symptoms, personal history, past treatments, medical factors, and what you hope to gain from care. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, supported, informed, and hopeful about the next steps in your journey. If medication is appropriate, we’ll thoughtfully review your options together, including benefits, possible side effects, and the ongoing support available to help you feel confident in your treatment plan.

About me

  • I identify as
    Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) at Frontier Nursing University, MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at UMass Lowell
  • License type
    APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (New Hampshire, Massachusetts), APRN-CNP (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner) (Maine)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Point32 Healthcare, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Sleep disorder, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Narrative Therapy, Relational, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English